Housing Support Kobe

Housing Support Kobe (株式会社ハウジングサポート神戸) is a small, privately held real estate brokerage based in Tarumi Ward, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The company operates as a neighborhood-focused agency, handling rental and sale properties primarily in Kobe's Tarumi and Nishi wards. Its official website emphasizes deep local knowledge, close relationships with local landlords, and a service philosophy centered on listening to clients and explaining both advantages and disadvantages honestly. The firm's stated strengths include specialization in the Tarumi and Nishi areas, a commitment to being an approachable partner for clients, and support for students searching for housing near Kobe universities such as Kobe City University of Foreign Studies and Kobe Design University. It also publishes informational content on topics such as choosing care facilities for elderly parents and planning relocation costs for seniors, indicating a focus on senior relocation and family housing needs. According to its company profile, Housing Support Kobe is led by representative Yoichi Hoonoue (穂之上 陽一) and employs about 10 people. The office is located near Tarumi Station and Sanyo Tarumi Station, and operates from 9:00 to 19:00, closed only during the year-end and New Year holidays. The company is a member of the National Association for Real Estate Transaction Guarantee and holds a real estate brokerage license from the Hyogo Prefectural Governor (No. 11215). As a local brokerage, Housing Support Kobe competes on personalized service rather than scale. Its website features staff introductions, customer testimonials, and a blog with practical advice for residents and families. The firm's bilingual presence is limited; its primary language is Japanese, and it serves the local Kobe market.

Housing Support Kobe is a real estate brokerage firm based in Tarumi Ward, Kobe, Japan. While the exact founding year is not disclosed on its official website, the company states that it has been rooted in Kobe's Nishi and Tarumi wards since its founding, serving local residents in their housing search. The firm has built its business on local knowledge and relationships with local landlords, positioning itself as a neighborhood agency rather than a large chain. Over time, Housing Support Kobe has expanded its services beyond standard rental and sales brokerage to include specialized support for students and elderly clients. It actively promotes student housing near Kobe City University of Foreign Studies and Kobe Design University, offering properties with zero brokerage fees or key money to reduce initial costs. It also provides consultation for families considering senior relocation, including comparisons of care facilities and financial planning. The company operates from a single office in Miyamotocho, Tarumi Ward, and employs approximately 10 people. It holds a real estate brokerage license from the Hyogo Prefectural Governor (No. 11215) and is a member of the National Association for Real Estate Transaction Guarantee. The firm maintains a website with property listings, staff profiles, customer testimonials, and a blog with practical advice. Its operations are local, with no indication of expansion beyond the Kobe area.

• Published article on relocation costs for elderly parents

• Published article on choosing care facilities for elderly parents

• Announced year-end and New Year holiday closure from December 27, 2025, to January 3, 2026

A local, customer-centric real estate agency specializing in Kobe's Tarumi and Nishi wards, offering personalized service and community knowledge.

• Rental brokerage

  Assistance in finding rental apartments and houses in Tarumi and Nishi wards.

• Sales brokerage

  Assistance in buying and selling real estate in the local area.

• Student housing support

  Specialized support for students near Kobe universities, including zero-fee properties.

• Senior relocation consultation

  Guidance on senior housing options, care facilities, and cost planning.

1. 1神戸市垂水区で不動産探すならお客様に寄り添うハウジングサポート神戸h-s-kobe.jp
2. 2閲覧履歴｜神戸市垂水区・西区で賃貸・売買物件を探すならハウジングサポート神戸h-s-kobe.jp
3. 3会社概要｜神戸市垂水区・西区で賃貸・売買物件を探すならハウジングサポート神戸h-s-kobe.jp
4. 4Wikidata Q140928818wikidata.org